As far as southern traditions go this is one of my favorites. To bring in the new year with goodluck you eat Blackeye peas with ham hawk , collard greens and cornbread. So sad i cant make it this year. Hope i can find a place that will serve this.

Different populations in the US have special traditions for their New Year's
Day meal. Here are some to share...Black-Eyed Peas...
A common good luck food in the southern United States, black-eyed peas are thought to bring prosperity, especially when served with collard greens. Try these recipes: Hoppin' John; Pulled Pork Pot Pie; or Baked Black-Eyed Peas...site has links to recipes